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Welcome to our UESCA Coach Directory! Use the below search criteria to find the right UESCA Coach for you (** Please note, more robust location specific search criteria will soon be added). UESCA Certified Coaches have undertaken a high level of comprehensive, science-based coaching education to better serve their clients and help them achieve their goals.

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Meet Tomokazu

My name is Tomokazu Ihara (Tomo)
I am an Ultrarunning coach based in Takao, Tokyo, Japan.
I have been running Ultra's for more than 15yrs and have ran 70 hundred mile races (and runs).
My passion is to share my experience to help and support my clients achieve their goals.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

5-10 years

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Meet Logan

I’ve coached since 2016 after competing internationally in track sprints. While my background is in speed, I’ve always loved long distances. Now in Japan, I race ekidens and ultras from 50K to 100 miles while coaching athletes of all ages and advising runners coming to Japan to race ultras.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

5-10 years

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Meet Bethany

I am a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) specializing in orthopedics, pelvic health, and running as well as a running coach! I competed DI track & cross country at the University of South Dakota and continue to run on local teams in MN. My focus is 5k-marathon including road, trail and track.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

0-1 year

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Meet Ben

Hi, I’m Ben. I'm a runner, qualified personal trainer, sports masseuse and running coach. I started as a couch to 5k runner during the pandemic and have since ran and coached up to 100mile I blend science, empathy, and lived experience to help runners of all levels turn goals into finish lines

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

3-5 years

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Meet Karen

I have been coaching college and post-collegiate athletes for over 25 years. Before coaching, I competed myself in college and post-collegiately. I enjoy the challenge of working with each unique runner.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

10+ years

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Meet Katherine

I am Katherine Burton, a passionate ultra runner who has recently entered the coaching industry. My journey into ultrarunning began when I completed my first trail marathon in 2018, and since then, I have been on a mission to help others discover the joy and fulfillment of long dist. running!

Sport(s) Coached
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

0-1 year

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Meet Dan

Hi, I'm Dan Cook. I love getting out in nature, running trails, and helping others find the next best version of themselves.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
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Meet Carolyn

I'm a physical therapist who has been running for as long as I can remember. I love helping others find joy and fun in all aspects of running while encouraging them to reach their goals being strong and healthy!

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

1-3 years

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Meet Matt

I was a runner in high school, a hiker and backpacker in my 30s, and found ultra running in my 40s. I believe that no matter your background you can be a successful ultrarunner if you choose to put in the work. If you want to do it, you can!

Sport(s) Coached
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

1-3 years

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Meet Rachel

My mission is to inspire and empower runners of all levels to achieve their personal best through comprehensive training plans, personalized fueling and strength training recommendations, and unwavering support.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

5-10 years

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Meet Fernando

I’m Fernando, and I am from Costa Rica. I have been running consistently since 2020. I am passionate about sports and regularly practice cycling and strength training, in addition to running. I am now looking to begin my journey as a coach to help others enjoy running as much as I do.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

0-1 year

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Meet Jennifer

As a UESCA-certified Ultra Running Coach and Cocodona 250 finisher, I’m here to help you train smarter, go farther, and believe in what's possible. I coach runners of all levels with personalized support and a focus on growth, grit, and reaching your ultra goals.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

1-3 years

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Meet Dora

Hi, I’m Dóra Fekete — running coach, sport instructor and civil engineer based in Sopron, Hungary. I help runners build confidence, joy and performance — from the first steps to marathon distance.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

0-1 year

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Meet Steve

I'm a UESCA certified running coach with a degree in Biochemistry. There are many training approaches out there and I would like to help you find one that matches your talents and training preferences. I will take a holistic individualized approach to help you meet your running goals.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

0-1 year

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Meet Alaa

I'm as well an athlete, coming from Martial Arts background with 20+ years experience in practicing and coaching. The journey to endurance sport wasn't an easy move, but definitely full of joy. I'm sort of an old school coach! I do believe in human body capabilities to learn and adapt.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Cycling
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Triathlon
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

5-10 years

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Meet Vlad

Why should we train together? Because I care about my athletes. Because your time is precious and you deserve to spend it wisely.
Because you need someone who doesn't just copy/paste’s programmes but who adjusts everything day in-day out. Because coaching is personal. Communication is key.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

5-10 years

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Meet Emma

A huge chunk of my life has revolved around running. It's given a lot of meaning and purpose to my life, alongside creating long-lasting friendships and memories. I now want to give back and help others fall in love with ultramarathon running. Stepping up to a bigger distance? I'd love to help

Sport(s) Coached
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

1-3 years

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Meet Judith

Hi, my name is Judith and I've spent my life cheering for others to get outside and to get active. I am also the Founder of We Run Astur; a social club for all levels and terrain runners. The goal? Sweat, run and connect (with yourself, your community, your environment). 😁🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️👏🙌🌳⛰️

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

1-3 years

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Meet Alyssa

15+ years of Coaching Experience - Biomechanics & Injury Prevention focus
25+ years of Racing Experience - Long course & Running/Ultra focus
12 years of Team Coaching Experience - DC Triathlon Head Coach
BS in Occupational Therapy & MBA

Sport(s) Coached
  • Cycling
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Swimming
  • Triathlon
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

10+ years

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Meet Justin

Sport has always been part of my life. From football to rugby, I started running a few years ago—and it quickly became a true passion. With a first 10K in 39 minutes, my method has delivered steady progress from the 5K up to the marathon. If you’re looking to improve over these distances, reach out!

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

1-3 years

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Meet Gretchen

I am a running coach and group fitness instructor based in southwest Virginia and I coach both in person and online. I believe that running is for everyone and I love empowering people to discover their own potential and reach their goals through my coaching guidance.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

1-3 years

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Meet Jaci

As a Holistic Run Coach, I help runners train smarter by taking a mindful, holistic approach to training by doing ALL THE THINGS - strength, nutrition, mindset, rest, etc. - ALL THE THINGS outside the run. Runners need to understand the impact these things have on their training!

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

1-3 years

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Meet Rebecca

I enjoy helping others accomplish their goals. I have success on the road with distances of marathon and half marathon. Trails and other distances are not out of the picture. Training needs to be balanced, flexible, and enjoyable. I will also help with nutrition to support your goals.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

1-3 years

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Meet Joanna

With a decade of experience in fitness and coaching, I'm passionate about helping athletes achieve extraordinary results in ultra running. My evidence-based approach combines science and inspiration to empower you to overcome challenges, break barriers, and embrace the challenges of ultra running.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

10+ years

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Meet Nikki

British-born and based in Chamonix for nearly 20 years, I am a passionate trail runner, cyclist and skier. With a BSc Hons in Sports and Exercise Psychology, I offer scientifically-backed, psychologically-informed coaching strategies, guiding runners of all abilities to achieve their goals.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

3-5 years

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Meet Alexa

Science driven. Athlete focused. Relationship built. I combine evidence based training, sports psychology, and individualized coaching to help trail and ultrarunners train smarter, build confidence, and reach goals that matter to them.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

10+ years

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Meet Kristen

Dr. Kristen Salkas is a UESCA-certified run coach specializing in beginner and intermediate runners. She also specializes in parathletes, and postpartum and pregnancy. She has a PhD in Disability Studies and takes a science-minded approach to training and racing. Her owns and runs K Salk Coaching.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Cycling
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Swimming
  • Triathlon
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

5-10 years

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Meet Barry

I’m a USECA Certified Running Coach and Sports Therapist with a degree in Sports Injury & Treatment. Through Blue Giraffe Wellness + Performance, I support new runners, performance-focused age-groupers, and athletes returning from injury.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Swimming
  • Triathlon
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

10+ years

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Meet Rebecca

I'm Becca! I'm kind of a running nerd and I love helping others find their place in the running world. I'm a former collegiate cross country runner and have been working as a doctor of physical therapy since 2016. I can work with you on gaining fitness, improving performance, or just being healthy.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
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Meet Amy

Hi! My name is Amy. I am a certified UESCA running coach, and I also have a M.S. in exercise science. I love the sport of running and helping others reach their goals in a healthy way. I have coached runners in distances ranging from 5K to Ultramarathon

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
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Meet Matt

I have been an athlete and runner my entire life and been helping athletes get and stay pain free and perform their best for over 25 years. I am a certified personal trainer, certified posture alignment specialist, certified advanced exercise therapist, and certified ultra running coach.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

5-10 years

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Meet Tobias

As a passionate outdoor and endurance enthusiast, I compete in triathlons, cycling marathons, and running events. As a UESCA Certified Running Coach, I share this passion through structured training, supported by certified strength coaches and equipment at CrossFit TimeOut and TriaLab.shop.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Triathlon
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

1-3 years

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Meet Linda

UESCA Certified Running Coach passionate about helping people get fitter, stronger, and more confident through running. I support runners of all levels in reaching their goals and am expanding my expertise through the canfitpro Personal Training Specialist program.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
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Meet John

I’ve spent nearly three decades competing in endurance events, and the only thing I enjoy almost as much as being out on the mountain trails is sharing my passion for running—whether that’s through conversation or coaching.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

0-1 year

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Meet Debbie

My name is Deb Thurlow. First and foremost I am a single mom to the most amazing and beautiful 6 year old girl as well as a 1 year old golden retriever. Running is so much more than physical activity, or something to train for, it's a way of processing all that life has to give.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

5-10 years

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Meet Demri

Your 1:1 hype woman and certified online run coach. I am a lifelong runner who believes that runners succeed when they streamline running with nutrition, strength training and mindset work.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
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Meet Jennifer

I started running in 2013, during my early 30s. Running has never come naturally or easy for me, yet I have managed to conquer ultra distances up to 100 miles through consistent, steady training. My passion is to support others while they aim to reach their goals!

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

0-1 year

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Meet Charlotte

My first marathon was in 2006, and my first ultra in 2015. Since then I have run over 280 marathons with 100+ of those being ultras. I try to make running as fun as possible, so run all my races in costume, which is why I'm known as "Marathon CostumeChic"!

Sport(s) Coached
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
Coaching Experience

0-1 year

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Meet Tia

RRCA Level 1 & 2 certified Running Coach and UESCA Certified Endurance Sports Nutrition Coach with 15 years of experience coaching individuals and groups. My focus is providing each athlete with personalized attention, support, and a training experience tailored to their goals.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

10+ years

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Meet Brandon

I’m Brandon Barnaby, founder of Run Mentality Coaching. I help runners build confidence, resilience, and smart, sustainable progress from the pavement to the peaks. I focus on science-based training. My goal is to guide athletes toward stronger running, mindset, and long-term enjoyment of the sport.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

0-1 year

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Meet Kelly

Hi, I’m Kelly Lutz aka Coaching Klutz!

I’m a certified running/ultra running coach and CSCS with a passion for helping women, trans, and non-binary folks train sustainably so they can enjoy training while dreaming big and pushing their limits (whether on the road or on the trail).

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

1-3 years

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Meet Patrick

I am a certified running coach and with a deep passion for the discipline, strategy, and resilience required to tackle endurance distances. My coaching framework bridges exercise science with practical trail experience, helping athletes build durable engines, and execute with confidence.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

1-3 years

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Meet Joshua

I have been working with runners and triathletes as a coach for over 10 years, and for the past 4 years coaching has been my full-time job. At Smurf Endurance Sports, we focus on the person first and adapt our programs around life while working towards our athlete's athletic goals.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Triathlon
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

10+ years

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Meet Jessica

I’m a coach based in Western North Carolina, specializing in runners from 5k to 100 miles. With a holistic approach blending intuition and science, I help athletes build strength, resilience, and confidence. Running is a tool for healing, but true growth comes from finding your second wind.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

10+ years

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Meet Justin

I'm a UESCA-certified running coach with a passion for helping busy professionals become strong, lean, and race-ready. With a background in both road and trail running, I've completed everything from sub-20-minute 5Ks to ultramarathons.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

0-1 year

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Meet GABRIELE

I'm Gabriele, a UESCA Certified Triathlon Coach with a degree in Sports Science and Strength and Conditioning training. I'm completing a Master's in Human Nutrition, combining structured periodization with evidence-based nutrition to help athletes train, recover, and perform at their best.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Triathlon
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

0-1 year

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Meet Chris

I specialize in everyday recreational athletes and age group competitors. I love helping cyclist and trail runners explore their own frontiers through endurance sports. Whether you are new to endurance sports, develop a healthy lifestyle or stand on podium let me help you explore your frontiers!

Sport(s) Coached
  • Cycling
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

5-10 years

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Meet Suzanne

Hey, I'm Suzanne! I'm a cross country coach at a local high school, and trail runner. I started out running short road races, but over the years developed a love for trail & ultra running – something that, had you told me a decade ago, I wouldn't have believed.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

0-1 year